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Carrie Vickers

General Mills
Villa Hills,KY
Carrie Vickers

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Work Type

Full Time

Important To Me

Company CulturePersonal development programsWork-life balanceCareer advancement
27
Years of experience
Manufacturing supervisor successful at building high performing teams through effective leadership, coaching and cross-training.

Work History

1 Year 11 Months
10.2024 - 09.2026
1 Year 11 Months
Processing Team Lead
General Mills | Cincinnati, OH
10.2024 - 09.2026
  • Oversaw daily processing operations to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined production schedules and reduced downtime.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to enhance team capabilities.
  • Championed adherence to compliance protocols, ensuring consistent regulatory standards across processes.
  • Ensured consistent communication within the team through regular meetings, updates, and progress reports.
  • Led a team of processors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of tasks.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and best practices through regular monitoring and training sessions.
  • Fostered an inclusive culture where every member felt valued contributing toward high levels of employee retention and satisfaction.
  • Proactively identified potential bottlenecks or challenges in the processing pipeline allowing for pre-emptive resolution.
8 Months
01.2024 - 09.2024
8 Months
Electrical Engineering Manager
Electronauts | Cincinnati, OH
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Streamlined project workflows, enhancing efficiency and reducing time-to-completion for engineering projects and providing quotes to customers
  • Developed junior engineers, fostering professional development and improving team competencies in electrical engineering practices.
  • Oversaw compliance with industry standards, ensuring all projects adhered to safety regulations and quality benchmarks.
  • Implemented cost-reduction strategies that improved budget adherence without compromising project quality or timelines.
  • Led the company safety department, creating the safety rules and responsibilities handbook following OSHA guidelines
  • Created a multi-department safety team to improve safety standards/culture.
9 Years 6 Months
12.2013 - 06.2023
9 Years 6 Months
Production Supervisor
L'Oreal | Florence, KY
12.2013 - 06.2023

Manage third shift operations, overseeing a team of 20+ fulltime and temporary employees on 14 production lines. Built morale and productivity through an effective coaching culture: responsible for all training, coaching, and performance reviews for operators and maintenance employees.
• Coordinate packaging floor activity which includes operator line assignments, communication of line priorities, and scheduling/requesting temporary employees. Troubleshooting and prioritizing maintenance personnel.
• Lead and drive line improvement projects which include 5S methodology and SMED routes.
• Leads & Drives Line Improvement Teams, and holds daily & weekly Intervention for OEE Tracking vs. Goal
• Support and accomplish the safety mission of the plant by leading safety trainings (lockout/tagout. electrical safety, hot fluid safety, flammable liquids, fire safety, etc.)Supports and embraces the Quality(GMP) and Environmental missions of the Plant.
• Track and balance labor hours.

4 Years 7 Months
05.2009 - 12.2013
4 Years 7 Months
Distribution Team Leader
L'Oreal | Walton, KY
05.2009 - 12.2013
  • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies.
  • Received, stored and shipped consumer products.
  • Tracked time spent on assignments each day for productivity reporting.
  • Created and implemented work processes/procedures across all areas in the distribution center.
  • Drove daily production activities with effective communication and leadership.
  • Escalated safety and quality issues and initiated remedial actions promptly.
4 Years 9 Months
08.2004 - 05.2009
4 Years 9 Months
Production Lead
L'Oreal | Florence, KY
08.2004 - 05.2009

• Coordinate packaging floor activity which includes operator line assignments, communication of line priorities, and scheduling/requesting temporary employees. Troubleshooting and prioritizing maintenance personnel.
• Support and accomplish the safety mission of the plant by leading safety trainings (lockout/tagout. electrical safety, hot fluid safety, flammable liquids, fire safety, etc.)Supports and embraces the Quality(GMP) and Environmental missions of the Plant.• Track and balance labor hours.

4 Years 8 Months
01.2000 - 09.2004
4 Years 8 Months
Forklift Operator
Loreal | Hebron, KY
01.2000 - 09.2004
  • Operated forklifts to transport goods efficiently within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes.
  • Assisted in inventory management by organizing and maintaining stock levels.

Education

High School Diploma

Holmes High School | Covington, KY | 01-1998

Skills

Production line management
Root cause analysis
Strong leadership abilities
Material handling expertise
Standard operating procedures
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Critical thinking

Timeline

Processing Team Lead
General Mills
10.2024 - 09.2026Read more
Electrical Engineering Manager
Electronauts
01.2024 - 09.2024Read more
Production Supervisor
L'Oreal
12.2013 - 06.2023Read more
Distribution Team Leader
L'Oreal
05.2009 - 12.2013Read more
Production Lead
L'Oreal
08.2004 - 05.2009Read more
Forklift Operator
Loreal
01.2000 - 09.2004Read more
Holmes High School - High School Diploma,
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Carrie Vickers